Learn how the LaserSpeed non-contact encoder delivers a fast Return on Investment and low Total Cost of Ownership.

1. The Business Case for Non-Contact
Length & Speed Measurement
Measuring ROI

2. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Today’s Speaker
 Chief Engineer, LaserSpeed
 Veteran of high-tech
measurement & controls
industry
 BSEE, Mini MBA
 6 Patents
 30 yrs experience with Les Jenson, Beta LaserMike
Laser Doppler Interferometers

3. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Presentation Overview
 LaserSpeed technology review
 How accurate non-contact length and speed
measurements create real business value?
 What are the direct and indirect benefits of non-
contact laser measurement?
 What the business case looks like in financial
terms?
 What data you can show management to help you
win your case?
 Conclusion
 Questions

4. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Technology Review
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5. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Introduction
 Initial purchase price of measurement
system should not be the only selection
factor
 Need to consider the Total Cost of
Ownership (TCO)
 Contact-type encoders have a low, initial
price point
 But, provide 0.5% or greater
measurement accuracy
 There are a number of hidden costs from
measurement inaccuracy that directly
affect production efficiencies and bottom
line
 Non-contact method is the ideal length &
speed measurement solution

6. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Understanding the Path to Enhancing TCO and
Delivering ROI
 Direct Benefits
 Cost savings and cost
structure
 Indirect Benefits
 Competitive advantages
Benefits from implementing LaserSpeed
non-contact length & speed encoder

7. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Direct Benefits
Reduce Product Shortages and Overages
 Tachometers/wheel encoders
make physical contact with product
 Prone to slippage
 Reports more or less product than
actually is
 LaserSpeed uses non-contact
laser measurement approach
 +/-0.05% accuracy, +/-0.02%
repeatability
 Precisely tracks product length and
speed

8. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Direct Benefits
Decrease Product Waste
 Contact encoders can create in-
process issues with production &
finishing operations
 LaserSpeed high measurement
accuracy tightly controls:
 Continuous length
Higher accuracy means fewer
 Product positioning manufacturing issues that require
 Cut-to-length costly rework and less waste
 Printing & coating applications
 Product processed to exact
production and customer
requirements

9. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Direct Benefits
Increase Product Quality
 Contact measurement systems
can mark or damage product
 LaserSpeed does not make
contact with product
 Eliminates any potential product
defects
 Manufactures can better control
quality and meet customer quality
expectations

10. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Direct Benefits
Cut Down Maintenance
 Contact encoders are mechanical
devices with moving parts
 Require regular servicing and
recalibration
 LaserSpeed is factory calibrated
and has no moving parts to wear
out
 100% solid-state digital technology
 Minimizes need to replace parts
and recalibrate system

11. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Direct Benefits
Minimize Downtime
 Servicing mechanical contact
encoders for maintenance or
recalibration = production
downtime
 Downtime is money
 LaserSpeed LDV technology
eliminates mechanical failure
issues
 Factory calibration ensures high
dependability, maximizing uptime

12. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Direct Benefits
Lower Overall Cost of Ownership
 Compared to mechanical contact
encoders:
 Improved system reliability
 Consistent, reliable performance
 Increased productivity
 Dependable measurements over
long term
 Lower operating costs
 Reduced set-up time & calibration
 Lower maintenance costs
 Non-contact gauge & no moving
parts

13. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Indirect Benefits
Leverage LaserSpeed as Competitive Differentiator
 Highly competitive marketplace
 Need for competitive edge
 Implementing LaserSpeed
 Communicates to customers
you’ve invested in the most
advanced technology
LaserSpeed certifies product
 Market production capabilities and length and speed with laser
services over competition precision
 Places high priority on quality
control for highest quality products

14. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Indirect Benefits
Meet Customer Procurement Requirements
 Demand to meet production,
quality, and delivery requirements
 Goal is to strengthen the customer-
vendor relationship
 Key is to closely control customer
expectations and product outcome
 LaserSpeed gives you precise
control of product length and
speed

15. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Indirect Benefits
Increased Worker Productivity
 LaserSpeed provides dependable,
repeatable measurements and
requires little employee interaction
 Translates into certain worker and
production efficiencies
 Increased worker productivity
 Performing jobs in less time
 Avoiding overtime
 Avoiding cost of hiring additional
employees

16. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
What Does the Business Case Look Like in
Financial Terms?
Formula to calculate savings and ROI
 Current encoder accuracy
 Current line speed
 Cost per unit length of material
 Hours of operation per day
 Days of operation per year
Accuracy x Line Speed x Product Cost x
Operation Time per Year = $ Cost Savings

17. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
What Does the Business Case Look Like in
Financial Terms?
Calculating Savings: Case Study
 Profile: Manufacturer of rolled goods
 Problem: Control line speed of trim line
and reduce scrap. 1% to 2%
measurement error due to tachometer
slippage, mechanical wear, tension
changes from friction, and web breaks.
Downtime from recalibration.
 Production Parameters:
 Current encoder accuracy – 1.5%
 Average line speed – 210 ft/min
 Operation – 22 hours/day, 355 days/year
 Product cost -- $0.06/ft

18. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
What Does the Business Case Look Like in
Financial Terms?
Calculating Savings: Case Study
 Production Parameters:
 Current encoder accuracy – 1.5%
 Average line speed – 210 ft/min
 Operation – 22 hours/day, 355 days/year
 Product cost -- $0.06/ft
 Encoder Inaccuracy Cost:
0.015 x 210 x 60 x 22 x 355 x $0.06 =
$88,500/year
(Total give-away or scrap per year)

19. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
What Does the Business Case Look Like in
Financial Terms?
Calculating Savings: Case Study
 Solution: LaserSpeed non-contact
encoder (+/-0.05% accuracy, +/-0.02%
repeatability)
(0.015 -.0005) x 210 x 60 x 22 x 355 x
$0.06 =
$85,613/year (Total savings)
 Manufacturer’s ROI was realized in less
than two months
 Results:
 Higher cut-to-length accuracies from direct laser
measurement
 Reduced significant amount of scrap
 Decreased costly downtime to recalibration

20. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
What Does the Business Case Look Like in
Financial Terms?
Indirect Costs
 Hard to define
 Have to look at your own application:
 How often do you stop your line
 How often do you calibrate your
measurement system
 How often do you perform maintenance
and replace parts
 How often do you replace encoders
 Etc.
 Add these indirect costs to your direct
costs
 This will give you TOC

21. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
ROI Calculator
 Calculate your own savings
at:
www.laserspeedgauge.com
 LaserSpeed website is a
great resource with helpful
tools
 Homepage > Industry >
Calculate ROI tab

22. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
ROI Calculator

23. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Conclusion
 Important for manufacturers to look at
proven ways to increase productivity,
product quality, and bottom-line
 Implementing a highly accurate length
and speed measurement system is key
 The LaserSpeed non-contact encoder
has been proven on many types of
manufacturing processes
 Result is precision length and speed
measurements for today’s quality-driven
manufacturers

24. Non-Contact Laser Measurement
Non-Contact Laser Encoder
Product & Contact Information
www.laserspeedgauge.com
www.laserspeed.eu
USA: +1- 937-233-9936
UK: + 44 1628 401510
Germany: +49(0)231 758 93 0
Asia: +86 21 6113 3688
eMail: sales@betalasermike.com
Les Jenson: les.jenson@betalasermike.com
Jay Luis: jay.luis@betalasermike.com